IT Systems Engineer at Cherokee Federal in Fort Belvoir, VA

IT Systems Engineer

This position requires an active TS/Sensitive Compartmental Information (SCI) clearance.

The IT Systems Engineer is responsible for identifying strategic and tactical activities for IT enterprise enhancements and sustainment.  This position assists the Government in information management (IM) analysis and prioritizing initiatives, development, and integration efforts to eliminate redundancy and align capabilities for the client IT Enterprise.  In addition, the IT Systems Engineer shall provide requirements analysis and management for the customer’s subordinate commands; and support the client in identifying, validating, coordinating, and documenting IT requirements.

Compensation & Benefits:

Estimated Starting Salary Range for IT Systems Engineer: $105,000 to $115,000

Pay commensurate with experience.

Full-time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, and other possible benefits as provided.  Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.

IT Systems Engineer Responsibilities Include: 

• Provide the customer with IT technical assistance and expertise related to IT requirements for various systems within the enterprise. 
• Assist the customer’s subordinate commands with technical review of IT requirements to ensure they are aligned with the IT strategy for modernization and standardization.
• Review requirements submitted by the customer’s subordinate commands for accuracy, correctness, and completeness, and ensure that IT equipment procurements are aligned with the customer’s hardware standards.
• Work with ACC-INSCOM on the submissions of the customer’s subordinate commands' IT acquisition requirements.  Ensure the completeness and accuracy of acquisition documents going to ACC-INSCOM. 
• Recommendations on organizational manning and enterprise relationships; preparation of briefings and papers for INSCOM senior leadership; providing technical expertise and recommendations at planning, implementation meetings; and providing recommendations on G6/GISA organization and TTPs.
• Attends INSCOM IT meetings, VTCs, and conferences as required and supports coordination with key military and civilian personnel at MSCs, HQDA, Army MACOMs, Services, and Intelligence Agencies
• Supports the development of Unfunded Requirement (UFR) and POM issue papers, organizational and functional lay-downs, POA&M MS Project schedules, facilities planning documents, security architecture planning documents, strategy and implementation documents and briefings
• Providing IT subject matter expertise on various topics in various forums.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

IT Systems Engineer Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested: 

• A minimum of a BA/BS in a technology-related field; preferred experience in IT or technology can be substituted for the degree. 
• Two years’ experience in Information Technology IT or technology
• Knowledge of Federal government contracts and programs
• Must have good analytical skills, attention to detail, self-motivation, and highly effective organizational skills
• Must be able to adapt to a changing environment
• Must be proficient in all MS Office suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

OTHER 

• Must pass the pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal
• Active TS/SCI
• 100% on-site
• Must be available during CORE hours 0900-1500, flexibility around this may be offered for start and end time
• No travel expected

Company Information:

Cherokee Nation Defense Solutions (CNDS) is a part of Cherokee Federal – the division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal LLCs are focused on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and serving the government’s mission with compassion and heart. To learn more about CNDS, visit cherokee-federal.com.

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Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.

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Legal Disclaimer:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability or any other status protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.